CD79a molecule, immunoglobulin-associated alpha, also known as mb-1, is a human gene.The mb-1 gene codes for a phosphoprotein, designated CD79a (cluster of differentiation [CD]79a, that, together with the related CD79b protein, forms a dimer associated with membrane-bound immunoglobulin in B-cells. The CD79a/CD79b dimer is closely associated with the B-cell antigen receptor, in a similar manner to the association of CD3 with the T-cell receptor, and enables the cell to respond to the presence of antigens on its surface. It is associated with agammaglobulinemia-3.

The antibody specifically binds to human CD79a Cross reactivity with mouse and rat were not tested.

Store at 4°C if intended for use within one month, otherwise, store at -20°C to -80°C. The lyophilized antibody is stable for at least 18 months after the date of receipt when stored at -20°C to -80°C. After reconstitution, it can also be aliquoted and stored frozen at -20°C to -80°C in a manual defrost freezer for 6 months without detectable loss of activity. Upon reconstitution, the antibody can also be stored for 30 days at 4°C. Please avoid freeze-thaw cycles, as this will lower the activity of the antibody.